3 July 2025
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Saudi Arabia’s Ninja Becomes Newest Tech Unicorn Following $250 Million Funding Round

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Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing delivery startup Ninja has secured $250 million in funding led by Riyad Capital, reaching a $1.5 billion valuation and becoming the Kingdom’s newest tech unicorn. The funding highlights Saudi Arabia’s expanding venture capital ecosystem and startup scene, supporting the government’s efforts to diversify the economy. Ninja plans an IPO by 2027 and operates in multiple Gulf countries, reflecting regional growth in tech-driven logistics services.

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General Assembly Bahrain Renews Partnership with Diwan Hub to Strengthen Local Tech Talent Ecosystem

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General Assembly Bahrain has renewed its partnership with Diwan Hub, continuing a strong collaboration to support Bahrain’s tech ecosystem through education, community events, and workforce development. This partnership enables access to valuable training and networking opportunities, contributing to Bahrain’s digital economy and innovation ambitions.

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Standard Chartered and Bahrain FinTech Bay Select Ten Female-Led Startups for Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain Programme

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Standard Chartered Bahrain, alongside Bahrain FinTech Bay, has selected ten female-led startups to join the Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain programme’s sixth cohort. The initiative offers expert training, mentorship, and networking over eight weeks, aiming to accelerate women entrepreneurs in diverse tech sectors and foster a more inclusive innovation ecosystem aligned with Bahrain’s economic development goals.

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stc Bahrain Launches ‘EMERGE’ Internship Program to Empower Bahraini Youth and Support Community Development

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stc Bahrain’s ‘EMERGE’ internship program offers Bahraini youth comprehensive training and professional development to bridge academic learning and practical workplace experience. Through university partnerships and specialized workshops, the initiative supports skill-building aligned with the evolving telecom and technology sectors, reinforcing stc Bahrain’s role in community development and youth empowerment.

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Saudi Arabia’s National Technology Development Program Attracts Egypt’s Deep-Tech Startups in Push to Become Gulf’s Tech Capital

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Saudi Arabia’s National Technology Development Program is strategically attracting Egypt’s deep-tech startups by offering significant grants and support to relocate and expand within the Kingdom. This effort aligns with Vision 2030’s ambitions to establish Saudi Arabia as the Gulf’s technology capital and regional innovation powerhouse, reshaping the MENA tech ecosystem through targeted investments and partnerships.

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Algerian Startup Talenteo Develops Localized HR SaaS Platform for SMEs with Regional Expansion Plans

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Algerian startup Talenteo offers a localized SaaS platform to help SMEs manage HR processes efficiently while complying with regional regulations. Backed by recent investment from 216 Capital, Talenteo plans regional expansion starting with Tunisia, addressing a critical need for Africa-specific HR solutions tailored to local languages and laws.

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TeamLab Borderless Jeddah Celebrates One Year as Saudi Arabia’s First Permanent Digital Art Museum

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TeamLab Borderless Jeddah marks a significant cultural milestone as Saudi Arabia’s first permanent digital art museum. By integrating interactive, evolving artworks within a heritage site, it exemplifies the Ministry of Culture’s initiative to blend tradition with contemporary creativity. This innovative space supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goals to empower the creative sector and position the Kingdom as a global hub for art and technology.

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du Becomes First Telecom Operator in Region to Offer Cisco Networking Academy Access

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du has pioneered access to the Cisco Networking Academy in the region, delivering a comprehensive certification program focused on empowering Emirati youth with skills in AI, programming, cybersecurity, and networking. This initiative, part of du’s Future X talent development program, supports the UAE’s Emiratization vision and equips the workforce to meet the demands of a digital economy. With expanding cohorts and specialized training tracks, du is playing a strategic role in fostering technology leadership within the country.

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Zain KSA Appoints Eng. Saad bin Abdulrahman AlSadhan as Chief Executive Officer

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Zain KSA has officially appointed Eng. Saad bin Abdulrahman AlSadhan as CEO, recognizing his extensive experience and leadership in advancing the company’s digital transformation initiatives and strategic partnerships aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. His appointment reinforces Zain’s commitment to empowering government and enterprise sectors with innovative telecom and cloud solutions.

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